Silicone elastomer compound withstands high temps

Master Bond Inc. has announced the development of Master Sil 700, a ready-to-use, high-performance silicone elastomer compound. The company said this is a reliable and high-quality silicone adhesive/sealant that features a combination of flexibility and high temperature resistance. As such, it is recommended for high-performance sealing and joining of metals, plastics, electrical insulations, protective coatings and formed-in-place gaskets. With its efficient insulative properties, it has a dielectric strength of 530V/mil. Its 400 per cent elongation is suitable for the encapsulation of sensitive electronic components as it provides ample vibration and shock protection.

Master Sil 700 has a paste consistency and will not sag, slump or run off surfaces. It cures at ambient temperatures to a flexible rubbery solid when exposed to atmospheric moisture and remains flexible over the broad temperature range of -60°C to 205°.

In addition to its superb electrical insulation properties, Master Sil 700 has high resistance to water and good sealing/adhesive properties, particularly to glass, plastics, metals and rubber, including difficult-to-adhere silicone rubber itself. Master Sil 700s inherent flexibility allows for "repairability" when this property is needed. It is conveniently packaged in tubes, cartridges and five-gallon pails.